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Though my match days are long gone, I need the pole for those times when presentation is critical - for Tench. Being able to cup chopped worm and caster in small tight spots right on your hook bait, it's more accurate than a method feeder with better bite detection and less resistance. And you can't really fish a pole in a low seat. I have a box but it's vintage and the old Octoplus legs aren't compatible with any attachments these days it was more sensible just to buy a new box.
Come June I'll be lazing behind two Optonics for them though as hopefully such finesse approaches won't be necessary.
rpm
Don't be scared to add up to 3 or 4oz to a smallish feeder to hold bottom. Water clarity is often more important than flow as there are always slacks and eddies to fish, stinky baits help!
@rpm: I have watched far too much match fishing on YouTube recently (it has helped with the roach pursuit) and I covet exactly the gear you have just bought.